Remembering Loved Ones Local Obituaries

Jul 31, 2025

A funeral service celebrating the life of George Lawrence James, age 81, of Hebron, will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, at the Hebron Chapel of Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Service with Gary Babcock officiating.

Friends may call from 1-4 PM prior to the service at the funeral home, 108 N. 7th St. in Hebron.

George was born September...

Jul 30, 2025

Linda Keyser Taylor,67, of Pataskala, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born on March 13, 1958 in Columbus, Ohio.

She was a devoted member of the Wagram FreeWill Baptist Church and loved her church family.

Linda is survived by her husband, Edward Taylor, of nearly 25 years; mother, Barbara Keyser; brother, Jeff (Brenda) Keyser; nephews, Jason (Lindsey) Keyser,...

Jul 29, 2025

Tina R. "Tyna" Frederick, a cherished resident of Belleville, WV, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Richmond, VA, on Thursday, May 15th, 1958, Tyna lived a full and vibrant life, deeply dedicated to her family and her passions.

As a devoted homemaker, Tyna poured her heart into creating a warm and loving...

Jul 28, 2025

**Obituary for Freda Orr** Freda Orr, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of the Glenford community, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on Thursday, May 3, 1928, in Hebron, Ohio, Freda lived a life filled with love, dedication, and devotion to her family. Freda was the daughter of the late Herbert Ivan...

Jul 27, 2025

Thornville, OH - Dennis M. Rauch, a beloved brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the age of 78. Dennis was strengthened daily by his trust in God, while enduring COPD and lung cancer. Born in Longview, Texas, on the vibrant day of Friday, July 4, 1947, Dennis lived a life full of creativity, adventure,...

Jul 27, 2025

Chester Dye, 79, of Hebron Ohio, passed away at home on Sunday, July 27, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 5, 1946, in Lynn Spring, Virginia, to the late Walter and Lola (Vance) Dye.

Chester was a retired truck driver. He dearly loved the Lord and his church. He was a loving husband and father and an avid...

Jul 27, 2025

Enthusiasm for learning and teaching characterized the life of Ken Bork, who died on July 27, at age 84. Ken was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on October 13, 1940, and raised largely in Westchester County, New York, before moving to the Washington DC area, where he attended high school. He then went on to DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, where...

Jul 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah A. Bailey, a cherished resident of Heath, Ohio. Born on Saturday, November 30th, 1957, in her hometown of Newark, Ohio, Deborah departed this world on Friday, July 25th, 2025, at the age of 67.

Deborah was a devoted homemaker, dedicating her life to nurturing and supporting her family. Known...

Jul 25, 2025

A Celebration of Life Service for Marion Louise Dearlove, 95, of Thornville, will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at her home, 11769 McMurray Way, Thornville. A private burial will be held at a later date for Marion, and her husband, William at Lutheran Reformed Cemetery.

Marion was born on October 23, 1929 in St. Louis, MO...

Jul 24, 2025

Joseph Donald Lee Angle, 37, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. He was born on February 22, 1988, in Newark, Ohio.

He had a deep love for reading the Bible, which nourished his soul and guided his journey through life. Joseph was passionate about fitness and sports, and he took great joy in watching all of his children together, cherishing...

Jul 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Edna Arlene Hall-Hodgins Edna Arlene Hall-Hodgins, of Walnut Creek, CA, passed away peacefully in her home with her devoted sisters (and her latest little fur baby, Tootsie) by her side. Edna lived a life full of adventure, kindness, and quiet strength. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Hodgins, and parents, Edgar and Harriet...

Jul 23, 2025

Gina Ann Shiplett, age 66, passed away at her residence in Thornville, Ohio, on July 23, 2025, just two days before her 67th birthday. She was born Gina Ann Binkley on July 25, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio.

Gina became a nurse through the United States Army in 1984 and proudly served as an LPN. She continued in civilian nursing for many...

Jul 22, 2025

Lawrence Dobbins, 69, of Buckeye Lake, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. He was born on April 19, 1956, in Pulaski, Virginia.

He was a member of the Deathwinds Muzzle Loader Club in Newark, Ohio.

Lawrence is survived by his beloved wife, Roxanne (Johnson) Dobbins; children, James Dobbins and Brandy (Erik) Grettles; grandchildren, Meadow, Alianna and Hunter Grettles and mother,...

Jul 21, 2025

A memorial service for Myra Katherine (Rowley) Gallant, age 97, of Granville, will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 23, at First Presbyterian Church, 110 West Broadway in Granville with Pastor Wallace Bubar officiating. A private graveside service will take place at Denison University College Cemetery.

Myra died July 21, 2025. She was born February 9, 1928, in Detroit,...

Jul 20, 2025

James Carlos “Jim” Newlon, age 57, of Newark, passed away peacefully July 20, 2025 at home surrounded by family after a short but brutal battle with renal cell carcinoma.

His career as a school bus driver for Newark City Schools was more than a job, it was his pride and joy. He took joy in keeping “his kids” safe and making...

Jul 19, 2025

James E. Eppley (Jim), 95 of Englewood, Florida, and formally of Hebron, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Tidewell Hospice House, in Venice, Florida. Jim was born May 9, 1930 in Clark, Ohio to the late Christian Arthur and Olga (Hall) Eppley. 

Jim attended Thornville High School in Thornville, Ohio. He served three years in the U.S. Army (1951 -...

Jul 19, 2025

Jul 18, 2025

On July 18, 2025, Cheri L. Spoo passed away at the desired age of 39 and her goal of a size 8.

Cheri was born in Nebraska on February 7, 1953, and grew up in Alexandria, Minnesota where she was a member of the class of 1971 at Jefferson High School. She met her husband Kevin while she was a student...

Jul 18, 2025

Cynthia “Cindy” Cunningham, age 77, of Fallsburg, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Morrison House (Genesis Hospice) in Zanesville. She was born January 19, 1948 in Newark, Ohio to the late Bernard Francis and Jennie Pauline (Livingston) Sullivan.

Cindy enjoyed camping with her husband, doing ceramics with her friends, and was a huge Tony Stewart fan.

She is survived by...

Jul 17, 2025

Victoria Irene Baird, age 69, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at her home. She was born October 17, 1955, in Syracuse, New York, to the late Theodore Eugene and Martha Alice (Foxworthy) Westervelt.

Victoria moved with her family from New York to Connecticut and then to Columbus, Ohio, when she was 9 years old. She lived the...